Scherzo

Synonyms of scherzo

• joke
• prank
• jest

Antonyms of scherzo

• serious
• grave
• solemn

Collocations of scherzo

musical form

Frequency: 80 %

The scherzo is a lively movement often found in the sonata form.

playful tone

Frequency: 70 %

The scherzo's playful tone contrasted with the seriousness of the adagio.

fast tempo

Frequency: 60 %

The scherzo is typically played at a fast tempo.

classical music

Frequency: 50 %

The scherzo is a common element in classical music compositions.

Beethoven's symphonies

Frequency: 40 %

Beethoven's symphonies often feature a scherzo movement.

Idiomatic Expressions for scherzo

• Phrase: scherzo and trio
  Meaning: a musical form consisting of a lively scherzo followed by a contrasting trio section
  Usage: The third movement of the sonata features a scherzo and trio structure.